TGPSC Manager Recruitment 2026: 130 HMWSSB Water Board Posts Explained
The Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC) has released Notification No. 04/OG/HM/2026 for 130 posts of Manager (Engineering) in the Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (HMWSSB). If you hold an engineering degree and have been waiting for a solid state government job in Telangana, this is one of the biggest single-post openings of the year. The pay runs from ₹54,220 to ₹1,33,630, and the upper age limit has just been raised to 44 years, which brings thousands of older candidates back into the race.
Online applications open on 23 September 2026 and close on 17 October 2026 at 5:00 PM. Graduates in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, CSE, IT and ECE engineering can all apply, and the objective-type written exam is tentatively planned for December 2026. This guide covers the vacancy break-up, the local reservation rule that decides most of these seats, eligibility, fees and the exact steps to apply. Read it fully, and keep GovtJobsAlert.in open for every follow-up.
What are the Key Highlights of TGPSC Manager Recruitment 2026?
HMWSSB runs the drinking water and sewerage network for Hyderabad, so a Manager (Engineering) here works on infrastructure millions of families depend on daily. TGPSC conducts the recruitment, and selection is confined to Multi Zone-II.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC) |
| Recruiting Board | Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board |
| Post Name | Manager (Engineering) |
| Total Vacancies | 130 |
| Scale of Pay | ₹54,220 – ₹1,33,630 |
| Cadre Level | Multi Zone-II |
| Job Location | Multi Zone-II, Telangana |
| Application Window | 23 September 2026 to 17 October 2026 |
What is the Category-Wise Vacancy Break-Up for TGPSC Manager 2026?
All 130 vacancies are for the single post of Manager (Engineering), split into Un Reserved seats, open across the state, and Local seats for candidates local to Multi Zone-II. Only 6 of the 130 sit in the Un Reserved column, so your local status matters more here than in most recruitments.
| Category | Un Reserved | Local |
|---|---|---|
| OC | 03 | 37 |
| EWS | – | 13 |
| BC-A | 01 | 09 |
| BC-B | – | 12 |
| BC-C | – | 02 |
| BC-D | – | 08 |
| BC-E | – | 05 |
| SC-GR-I | – | 02 |
| SC-GR-II | 01 | 11 |
| SC-GR-III | – | 06 |
| ST | – | 13 |
| VH | 01 | 01 |
| HH | – | 01 |
| OH | – | 01 |
| MH | – | 01 |
| EX-SER | – | – |
| SPORTS | – | 02 |
| Total | 06 | 124 |
The disability (VH, HH, OH, MH) and sports rows sit inside the 130, not on top of it, and reservation for BC-E depends on pending court cases. Posts are also earmarked by branch, but as percentages only — the notification prints no branch-wise seat numbers, so ignore any figure you see elsewhere.
| Engineering Branch | Share of Posts |
|---|---|
| Civil | 80% |
| Electrical / Mechanical | 15% |
| CSE / IT / ECE | 5% |
Who Counts as a Local Candidate for TGPSC Manager Multi Zone-II Posts?
Local reservation of 95% applies to this post, which is why the Local column is so much larger.
| Route to Local Status | Requirement |
|---|---|
| You studied in Multi Zone-II | Four consecutive academic years ending with the year you first appeared for the qualifying examination |
| You did not study in that period | Four years of residence in the area immediately before the qualifying examination |
Multi Zone-II covers 14 districts: Medchal-Malkajgiri, Hyderabad, Ranga Reddy, Sanga Reddy, Vikarabad, Mahaboobnagar, Narayanpet, Jogulamba-Gadwal, Wanaparthi, Nagar Kurnool, Suryapet, Nalgonda, Bhongir-Yadadri and Jangaon.
One line deserves your full attention: applicants belonging to other States are not entitled to any kind of reservation. If you are from outside Telangana you may still apply, but with no community claim you compete only for the three Un Reserved OC seats.
What is the Eligibility for TGPSC Manager Recruitment 2026?
TGPSC Manager Educational Qualification 2026
You must hold a Graduate degree in Engineering. Posts are earmarked across these branches:
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Computer Science Engineering (CSE)
- Information Technology (IT)
- Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE)
Your degree result must already be declared by the university as on 18/09/2026, the notification date. If the university has only conducted the exam or is still processing your result by then, you do not qualify — this line rejects more engineering job applicants than any other.
TGPSC Manager Age Limit 2026 and Age Relaxation
Age is reckoned as on 01/07/2026, not on the closing date. Minimum 18 years (not born after 01/07/2008); maximum 44 years (not born before 02/07/1982). The ceiling was lifted from 34 to 44 years by a Government Order dated 18/05/2026.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC, ST, BC and EWS | 5 years |
| Physically Handicapped persons | 10 years |
| Telangana State Government Employees | Up to 5 years, based on length of regular service |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 years + service rendered in the armed forces |
| NCC Instructors | 3 years + service rendered in the NCC |
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Employees of corporations and municipalities are not eligible for the state-employee relaxation. For Ex-Servicemen and NCC Instructors, the age after the deductions allowed under the Telangana State and Subordinate Service Rules 1996 shall not exceed the maximum age limit prescribed for the post, and no one who has crossed 61 years may be appointed.
What is the Salary for TGPSC Manager (Engineering) 2026?
The Board’s own scale of pay applies here, and it is a strong one for a direct-recruitment entry.
Scale of Pay: ₹54,220 – ₹1,33,630 per month
The notification prints this scale and does not break allowances down separately, so treat it as the pay band rather than your take-home. Appointment is confirmed only after the medical examination, and you must be willing to serve anywhere in Telangana State.
What is the Selection Process and Exam Pattern for TGPSC Manager 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Written Examination | Objective type, in OMR offline mode or Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) |
| Certificate Verification | Original documents verified; the Commission may call for them at any time |
| Medical Examination | Appointment is subject to being found medically fit |
The Commission decides the exam mode and announces it by web note and on your hall ticket. If the CBRT runs in multiple sessions, scores are normalised and results are declared on a percentile basis.
| Paper | Questions | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Paper-I: General Studies and General Abilities | 150 | 150 |
| Paper-II: Concerned Subject | 150 | 300 |
| Both Papers Combined | 300 | 450 |
Each paper runs for 150 minutes. Paper-I is bilingual in English and Telugu; Paper-II is in English only, at degree level in your own branch. Going through the exam syllabus and pattern early will save you weeks.
| Category | Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| OC, Sportspersons and EWS | Not less than 40% |
| BCs | Not less than 35% |
| SCs, STs and PHs | Not less than 30% |
Merit is drawn against vacancies in your own engineering branch, and allotment is confined to Multi Zone-II. Clearing the qualifying marks alone gives you no right to selection.
What are the Important Dates for TGPSC Manager Recruitment 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 18 September 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 23 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 17 October 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Hall Ticket Download | 7 days before the exam |
| Exam Date (Tentative) | December 2026 |
What is the Application Fee for TGPSC Manager Recruitment 2026?
| Category | Application Processing Fee |
|---|---|
| OC and BC | ₹1,000 |
| SC, ST and PwD | ₹500 |
On top of this, an examination fee of ₹120 is payable. Unemployed applicants are exempted from it; employees of any Central, State, PSU, corporation or other government body must pay it. Payment is online only — net banking, debit card, credit card or UPI. The fee once remitted shall not be refunded or adjusted under any circumstances, and an objection on the key later costs ₹500 per question, returned only if it is upheld.
Which Mistakes Can Cost You the TGPSC Manager 2026 Job?
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| OTR is not an application | One Time Registration alone is never treated as an application; you must submit the online form for this notification separately |
| Any other mode | An application sent through any mode other than the prescribed online mode shall not be entertained |
| Handwritten forms | Handwritten, typed, photostat or outside-printed application forms will not be accepted |
| Incomplete form | An incomplete or incorrect application form will be rejected, and no column may be left blank |
| Unpaid fee | Failure to pay the processing fee and exam fee where applicable entails total rejection |
| PH status in OTR | If you do not update your PH status in OTR, you will not be considered for PH vacancies |
| Missing a paper | Absence in any of the paper/papers will automatically render your candidature for disqualification |
| OTR changes after you submit | Any change made in your OTR details after submission of the application form will not be considered for this notification |
| Later corrections | Any lapse found during scrutiny gets your candidature rejected, even after the final stage of the recruitment |
| Centre change | A request to change your examination centre will not be entertained |
| False declaration | Furnishing incorrect information or making a false declaration makes you liable to be debarred from appearing in any examination conducted by the Commission in future |
| Disqualification for appointment | A candidate shall be disqualified at any stage as per Rule-12(4) of the Telangana State and Subordinate Service Rules 1996 |
| Unfair means | Applicants trying to use unfair means shall be disqualified from the selection. Under the 1997 Act the punishment can be imprisonment for a term of not less than three years, which may extend up to seven years, along with a fine of not less than Rupees Five Thousand and up to Rupees One Lakh |
| Misconduct | An applicant found guilty of misconduct is liable for disqualification as per the items mentioned in Rule-3(xii) of the TGPSC Rules of Procedure |
| Impersonation | A candidate found impersonating or using any other improper means renders himself/herself liable to criminal prosecution and will be debarred permanently from any exam or selection held by any Public Service Commission in the country |
| In the exam hall | Electronic gadgets are banned. If you take away the OMR answer sheet, your candidature will be rejected and penal action including criminal prosecution as per law will be initiated |
| Canvassing | Canvassing for your candidature through official or non-official sources shall get you disqualified |
| Late objections | Objections on the key received after the last date for receipt of objections shall not be entertained, and objections on the final key are never entertained |
| Memorandum of marks | Rejected, invalid and disqualified candidates will not be issued any Memorandum of Marks, and revaluation is never undertaken |
| Re-medical examination | A request for re-medical examination to assess disability will not be entertained under any circumstances |
How to Apply Online for TGPSC Manager Recruitment 2026?
Everything happens on the Commission’s own portal. Keep your degree certificate, community certificate and date-of-birth proof beside you before you start.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Open the official TGPSC portal (link in Essential Links below) and complete One Time Registration (OTR) to get your TGPSC ID. Already registered? Skip straight to step 2 |
| 2 | Click the Online Application link, enter your TGPSC ID and date of birth, and log in with the OTP sent to your registered mobile number |
| 3 | Check every detail pulled from your OTR record — name, date of birth, qualification, community, gender, disability, ex-servicemen and sports status |
| 4 | Select your examination centre from Hyderabad, Nalgonda, Sangareddy or Mahaboobnagar |
| 5 | Preview the form, click SAVE & PAYMENT, and pay by net banking, debit card, credit card or UPI. You must also click CONFIRM & SUBMIT — otherwise your application particulars are not saved in the database |
| 6 | Download the PDF application generated after payment and keep the Reference ID number safe |
Two documents decide claims you cannot recover later: the community certificate from a Telangana Tahsildar or RDO, and the Non-Creamy Layer certificate for BC candidates — without it you are shifted to open competition. Unemployed candidates claiming the fee exemption need their declaration ready too. Apply early; the portal slows badly near the deadline.
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If you are an engineering graduate anywhere near Hyderabad, do not let 17 October 2026 pass you by — 130 posts at this pay scale do not come around often. Get your certificates in order this week, finish your OTR early, and apply with days to spare. For more Telangana recruitment updates, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in.